Continued: the U.S. Military and South Korea responded to the rocket launch of the DPRK
North Korea announced the test of an Intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that is capable of carrying a large nuclear warhead. About it reports Reuters.
DPRK leader Kim Jong UN said that the successful test of the newly developed IDB complements the capabilities of the Pyongyang relative to strategic weapons, including atomic and hydrogen bombs. He also confirmed the intention of North Korea to develop a missile that could hit the U.S. mainland this year, reports Bloomberg.
Meanwhile in Washington called for global action in connection with the launch of North Korean ICBMs. In a statement, U.S. Secretary Rex Tillerson says that all countries need to publicly demonstrate to the DPRK that the development of nuclear weapons will lead to consequences.
It also became known that the UN Security Council at the request of the United States, South Korea and Japan will hold a public meeting to discuss the missile tests by Pyongyang. As reported TASS with reference to the permanent mission of the United States at the UN session will take place on 5 July at 15:00 (22:00 GMT).
July 4 North Korean authorities reported about the successful test of a new Intercontinental ballistic missile. According to Pyongyang, has not previously tested the rocket “And 14” flying 933 kilometers, reached an altitude of 2802 km and just hit the target after 39 minutes after launch.
US urges North Korea cease nuclear and missile launches. In particular, Washington warned about the readiness to launch a preemptive strike on North Korean military targets if Pyongyang decides for another nuclear test. In response, the DPRK said that in this case will cause a pre-emptive strike.